Oslo Middelalderfestival (Oslo Medieval Festival) is a lively historical reenactment festival held each June in the grounds of the Akershus Fortress, celebrating Norway’s medieval heritage through music, crafts, and living history. The event features knight tournaments, archery contests, storytelling, and markets filled with artisans demonstrating traditional skills. Visitors of all ages can enjoy theatrical performances, authentic food, and costumed parades, immersing themselves in the atmosphere of the Middle Ages. Blending education, entertainment, and heritage, the Oslo Medieval Festival brings Norway’s distant past vividly to life in the heart of its capital.

DATES & TIMES
• Exact 2026 details not yet published—check official site nearer the date: Official site · Programme.
• Pattern: multi‑day festival at Akershus Fortress in late spring; 2025 ran 29 May–1 June with opening hours Thu 17:00–23:00 · Fri 12:00–18:00 · Sat 12:00–18:00 · Sun 12:00–17:00 — see Programme.
• The exact timetable publishes annually — follow the official Schedule for day-by-day listings when released.

LOCATION
• Akershus Fortress (Akershus festning), Oslo — festival grounds within the fortress precinct; overview on the Official site.
• Central reference point: Akershus Fortress — Open in Google Maps · city venue info: City tourism.

TICKETS & ENTRY
• Admission required: prices and purchase on the official Tickets & prices page (sold via Hoopla when live).
• Ticket types: day tickets, family tickets, and a festival pass — details on Ticket info.

GOOD TO KNOW
• Programme features living‑history shows, medieval market, music and combat displays — see the Official site.
• Getting around: downtown Oslo is well served by public transport (Ruter); plan via the official Journey planner.

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